Frequently Asked Questions
We have assembled a number of questions about Bikers For Christ on this page. It should help you to become aware of what we are all about. Please click on any of the questions to be taken directly to the answer.
What is Bikers for Christ (BFC)? Bikers for Christ (BFC) is a motorcycle ministry where members ride their motorcycles and participate in events which put them in places where God can use them to minister & evangelize.
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Is BFC affiliated with a church? Yes. This means it doesn’t matter which bible teaching Christian church you attend, you are welcome to join up. We currently have members who attend many different churches including Baptist, Lutheran, Methodist, Assembly of God, Christian & Grace Churches. In addition, any local bible teaching Christian church can sponsor a BFC chapter.
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Why is it important that BFC be affiliated with a church? Accountability! Unlike other independent MC ministries, we firmly believe that every ministry of God should be conducted under the supervision of a local bible teaching Christian church. This way, if anything gets weird or out of hand, the church has the authority to correct us. Biblically, the church is God ordained vehicle used to correct Christians and the ministries we serve.
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I’ve heard of BFC before, but the patch was different? In fact there are several other motorcycle ministries called Bikers for Christ or Bikers for Jesus. Along with this ministry, the other most prominent one is the Mid-Atlantic based BFC in Pennsylvania, which covers 5 states. We have been in contact with that ministry and there is no conflict in sharing a similar name.
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How does BFC compete with other clubs for members? Bikers for Christ are not in “competition” with any other MC club, gang or ministry. We do not act in a way to draw people out of other worthwhile activities, but rather supplement or support those activities. Of course how “involved” you choose to be should be kept in balance with your other priorities such as family & church.
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What is the BFC “method” for ministering to others? BFC does not dictate how members should minister, that’s left between you & God. Depending on your calling, gifts & talents, some members pass out tracts, others are better one on one, some hang out at biker hang outs and wait for a response, some just ride around with their colors and let God bring the prospects to them.
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How is leadership handled with BFC? Each chapter has an elder who takes care of things in his/her geographic area. A National Administrator oversees the business end of things and is available to help out the elders with any needs they have. Each chapter is free to choose members in various positions to help out.
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Where can I find the Policies & Procedures for BFC? You won’t! BFC has no by-laws. Being under the authority of a bible teaching church, we are also under their by-laws.
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How big is BFC? We are growing daily; we cover many states and countries.
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How does BFC deal with members who backslide or go astray? We trust the Holy Spirit to keep the membership in line. If He can’t do it, then neither can we. If a member is continuously grieving the Holy Spirit and sinning, we ask that they be honest with themselves and God by turning their patch in to their local elder. The elder will hold on to it until they get their life straightened out again. We do not conduct inquisitions into people’s lives and we do not judge or condemn others (Luke 6). We also don’t threaten people or forcibly remove their colors. God deals with all us sinners accordingly.
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I do not ride a Harley, can I still ride with BFC? BFC strongly supports an individual’s freedom to ride whatever they want to.
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How much are the annual dues? BFC is a “free” ministry, there are no dues. The small amount of money needed for administration is raised through the sale of merchandise such as patches, T-shirts, stickers, hats and any other neat stuff we happen to run across. All donations to BFC are tax deductible.
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How do I get a patch? You need to be a member in good standings. If you are not a BFC member, we can’t sell you anything with the logo on it.
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Why doesn’t the BFC patch have a territorial rocker? We do not “claim” territories. This kind of behavior can and does antagonize outlaw biker clubs who also “lay claim” to the same territories. By flying a rocker, they will see you as competition and that’s not the best way to open doors. If other people want to “claim turf”, that’s fine - we just want to tell people about Jesus Christ.
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Why does the BFC patch use so many different colors (7)? Again, to avoid antagonizing “outlaw clubs” which may claim a particular color scheme as “theirs”.
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How does BFC interact with other MC ministries? By supporting them for example, going on rides with them, help them out during their events, minister with them, pray with them. We are all serving the same Lord and Savior.
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How do I become a member? Click here to find out more information on joining or if you decided you would like to join, please contact us and a new members coordinator will be in contact with you. There is an application you will need to fill out and have your pastor sign. We will be calling your pastor to verify. Make sure you pray about this first, read the scriptures listed on the application and discuss it with your wife/husband. We do want you to understand the seriousness & commitment involved.
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